Grizz put record-level hurt on Warriors; series rolls on

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Grizz put record-level hurt on Warriors; series rolls on

NEW TRI-STATE DEFENDER — It was clear from the outset that the Grizzlies and their fans were determined that the series was not going to end on the court at FedExForum. The outcome was decided well before the final whistle and the crowd reveled in that reality. When the video of “Whoop That Trick” started, well, the crowd went wild. Following the afternoon shootaround, Curry was asked what could be expected of the night. “Whoop That Trick,” he said.

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